A guide to

worktops

What to consider

A worktop is the workhorse in your kitchen, so choosing the right one is really important. Our worktops are available in a wide range of finishes and thicknesses. Each surface has unique properties, with differing levels of water, wear and heat-resistance. They all come with a guarantee, which varies depending on type.

Specialist worktops need to be templated, so can only be measured for their fitting once your kitchen units are in place. Non-specialist ones can be measured in advance, so tend to be the quicker and cheaper options. See our table below for more information about the different types.

Worktop features and benefits

Characteristics

Heat resistance

Wear resistance

Templating required?

Warranty

Laminate

A durable, all round and affordable worktop that's easy to clean. Available in a large range of attractive colours and finishes.

Up to 180°C

Does not scratch easily

No

10 years

Maia

A stylish and durable solid surface worktop, with seamless joins and a silky smooth finish. Designed to have the appearance of stone at an affordable price. Available in a wide range of colours.

Up to 190°C

Highly durable. Scratches can be polished out

No

10 years

Quartz

A hardwearing and easy maintenance quartz composite. Available in 23 colours

Up to 160°C

Highly resistant to chipping and scratching

Yes

5 years

Corian

A subtle blend of natural minerals and clear acrylic, Corian can be moulded and bent to give a seamless finish. Comes in over 40 colours.

Up to 180°C

Highly durable. Scratches can be removed using light abrasion

Yes

10 years

Minerva

An easy to clean, pre-fabricated 25mm acrylic worktop with imperceptible joints. Available in a range of attractive neutral colours and finishes

Up to 180°C

Highly durable. Stain-resistant and inpenetrable to dust, dirt and bacteria

No

10 years

Glass

Toughened glass available in a choice of 55 colours.

Up to 400°C

Highly durable. Scratches can be polished out

Yes

10 years

Wood

FSC-certified wood, available in 7 hardwood species and 5 finishes.

We advise using trivets

Supplied with an oiled finish to protect the surface

No

5 years

Granite

Natural granite is available in a choice of 27 colours. Each work surface is unique with its own individual colours and markings

Up to 200°C

Hardwearing durable surface

Yes

15 years

Bamboo

Sustainably-sourced bamboo, available in 4 colours and 3 edge details

Always use trivets

Supplied with an oiled finish to protect the surface

No

5 years

Lapitec

Lapitec’s composition is 100% mineral and is similar to granite but with a tight, structure similar to porcelain

Ordering your worktop

You can either buy your worktop from us as part of a whole fitted kitchen project, or just on its own – it’s a great way to refresh and update your kitchen.

To buy a worktop from us, visit your local John Lewis (except Trafford and at home shops), and speak to one of our fitted kitchen Partners. They’ll offer advice and give you information on the most suitable worktop for your kitchen and lifestyle.

Once you’ve decided which worktop type, colour, and edge profile you’d like, a kitchen planner will visit your home to measure up and provide you with a quote. If you decide to go ahead, your worktop will be templated and/or installed at the earliest possible opportunity.